Upcoming Theater & Dance Events

Back by popular demand, Dr. K’s Motown Revue takes the stage once again with an amazing array of seasoned musicians and singers! With every performance, this talented group of performers transports you back to another era, all the while delivering a very realistic re-creation of the Motown Sound. Keeping true to its roots, Dr. K’s Motown Revue combines the perfect blend of Motown era costumes with fantastic singers who complement this latter day “Funk Brothers” type band of musicians perfectly. The resulting show is nothing short of a powerhouse performance! *This show sells out quickly* TICKET PRICING INCLUDES SHOW, TABLE-SERVED MEAL, DESSERT BUFFET, COFFEE OR HOT TEA, TAX AND GRATUITY More info

A fable of young love set against the backdrop of the exploding 1960s music scene – when England launched the little dust-up that became known as The British Invasion. Based on the experiences of Peter Noone, who was just a teenager willing to sacrifice international stardom for the sake of girl he loves, and featuring more than two dozen chart-topping hits from all the best British bands of the era. Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell choreographs and directs. More info

World Premiere By Obie Award winner Martin Moran Directed By Carolyn Cantor MARION HUBER THEATER “Martin Moran is a graceful, witty, perceptive writer, remarkably brave, free of self-pity—his spirit, manifest on every page, is discerning and generous to the point of radiance.” —Tony Kushner, author of Angels in America, on The Tricky Part When Margret Flynn’s health begins to fail, her son Theodore returns to their Catskills home after many years away. And so, a family’s reckoning begins. Long unsettled hurts rise up and we bear witness to the enduring power of kinship—the longing to love in the face of unstoppable change. Playwright Martin Moran performed his solo plays The Tricky Part and All the Rage in repertory at Two River Theater in 2014, at which time Theo, his first play for other actors, was commissioned by the Theater. Carolyn Cantor will direct this world-premiere production. More info

The Mahoney Brothersreturn to the Playhouse stage in style with their latest musical tribute show California Dreaming. This brand new show features the music and look of many of the California-based acts of the 60s and 70s; from the Surf sounds of The Beach Boys, The Surfaris and Jan & Dean, to the Folk Rock sounds of The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash, to the Rock ‘n’ Roll of Creedence Clearwater Revival, The Eagles, The Doobie Brothers and more! TICKET PRICING INCLUDES SHOW, TABLE-SERVED MEAL, DESSERT BUFFET, COFFEE OR HOT TEA, TAX AND GRATUITY More info

From Hopewell Theater: Join us for our ongoing series This Really Happened… featuring some of the most hilarious and moving storytellers on stage. With a rotating cast of storytellers, the show is always fresh. Audience members can also claim a spot in the show and share a “two-minute tale” at the open-mic at the end of each show, for up to six audience members. Hosted by Joey Novick, each show will be one hour long with no intermission, followed by the open mic segment of “two-minute tales.” March 8, April 5, May 3 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $15

Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us, as the sights and sounds of Ireland come alive in The Irish Cabaret! Starring Andy Cooney, who has sold out Carnegie Hall seven times, Irish Cabaret is a celebration of Ireland’s music, song, comedy and dance. Also featured during the show are Chloë Agnew, part of the original cast of Celtic Woman, and Gary Wilson, Ireland’s crown prince of comedy, who has toured throughout Ireland and the UK. The Guinness Irish Band, made up of the greatest Irish and Irish American musicians on the music scene today, and World Class Irish Dancers, who are decorated with some of the most prestigious awards in the dancing world, round out this world class line-up of talent. Designed to entertain the entire family, this is one Saint Patrick’s Day celebration you don’t want to miss! *This show sells out quickly* TICKET PRICING INCLUDES SHOW, TABLE-SERVED MEAL, DESSERT BUFFET, COFFEE OR HOT TEA, TAX AND GRATUITY

Our all new, feature Spring musical, “Take Me Away,” transports our audiences to the bustling city of London for a one of a kind, immersive dinner theatre experience! Upon arriving in our dining room, a host of lively street performers will greet you and set the scene as if you are on the bustling streets of Covent Garden, London. When the stage show begins, you will be joined by world-famous sleuth, Sherlock Holmes, and his trusted mate, Dr. Watson, on a hilarious musical quest to solve one of his most baffling adventures… the mystery of love! A mind reader, mysterious countess, and magician are just a few of the suspects in this musical farce. Backed by a live orchestra, our cast of talented actors will sing and dance throughout this laugh-filled, lively show, while audience members may find they hold the clues to solving the mystery right on their own dining room tables! Book your tickets now for an “overseas” trip of a lifetime and join us for this exciting Playhouse premier! TICKET PRICING INCLUDES SHOW, TABLE-SERVED MEAL, DESSERT BUFFET, COFFEE OR HOT TEA, TAX AND GRATUITY More info

From Mayo PAC: Cat & Nat: #MOMTRUTHS Live, Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 PM Hilarious best friends and online sensations Cat and Nat share their ultra-real and just a bit R-rated dispatches from the mom trenches. From what not to eat a few days postpartum (chicken wings) to the most effective ways to avoid post-partum sex, Cat & Nat’s newest book and new live show, Mom Truths, is everything no one will tell you about having kids. Adults only Tickets start at $25.

WheatonArts hosts the New Jersey Theatre Alliance’s Stages Festival on March 23 at 2 p.m. with a special production of “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day,” presented by Surflight Theatre. FREE and open to the public, this show is appropriate for children in kindergarten through sixth grade. In this delightful adaptation of Judith Viorst’s popular book, Alexander’s rather trying life is set to music and brings to the stage one of America’s most spirited characters. Alexander’s struggles with life’s daily dramas will not only entertain but educate young audiences as they identify with Alexander and the obstacles he encounters, encouraging them to share their feelings and to realize that everybody has bad days sometimes. Admission is FREE, part of the WheatonArts “Family Days! Presented by PNC Arts Alive!” program. To register for your free seats to the show, click here: https://www.tfaforms.com/4716455 To learn more about The New Jersey Theatre Alliance and the Stages Festival, visit the following links: www.njtheatrealliance.org and www.stagesfestival.org Location: 1501 Glasstown Road, Millville, NJ 08332

From StateTheatre NJ: Gladys Knight at State Theatre March 24 at 7:30 p.m. See seven-time Grammy® Award-winner Gladys Knight live in concert! Knight’s hits include “Midnight Train to Georgia,” “I’ve Got to Use My Imagination,” and “Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me.” Knight has enjoyed #1 hits in multiple genres, including Pop, Gospel, R&B, and Adult Contemporary. Knight has also been featured on the small screen in television shows like Empire, 30 Rock, American Idol, and the Lifetime movie, Seasons of Love. In 2012, she joined the cast of ABC’s hit reality competition Dancing with the Stars for season 14, partnering with Tristan MacManus. Tickets start at $45.

Starring Maureen Silliman By William Luce Directed By Robert Rechnitz JOAN AND ROBERT RECHNITZ THEATER “That it will never come again is what makes life so sweet.”—Emily Dickinson Crafted from diary entries, letters, and poems by Emily Dickinson, The Belle of Amherst is a spellbinding and insightful look at the life of one of America’s greatest poets. The production features the return of the beloved actress Maureen Silliman to the Two River stage and will be directed by Two River Founder Robert Rechnitz, who was a Professor of American Literature at Monmouth University for 35 years. More info

“The Sound of Music” comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center April 26 and 27. From MPAC: A new production of the spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony®, Grammy® and Academy Award® winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “Edelweiss” and the title song. The Hills Are Alive! A brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC is coming to MPAC. The spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony®, Grammy® and Academy Award® winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “Edelweiss” and the title song. THE SOUND OF MUSIC features music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse, suggested by “The Trapp Family Singers” by Maria Augusta Trapp. Tickets start at $49.